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There’s something about Christmas and romance that just hits differently, right? Maven and Kai’s love story started with a cabin, some snow, and a not-so-accidental double booking by their friends. Fast forward, and here they are—married and back in Aspen, but this time in their very own cabin. This alternate ending gives us a glimpse into their first Christmas Eve as husband and wife, full of warmth, laughter, and the kind of love that only grows deeper over time. Let’s catch up with these two and soak in the magic of their forever love.
MAVEN
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Unsilent Knight was my very first Christmas-themed short story. But let me tell you, this wasn’t your typical holiday read. It was more of a story that just happened to take place around Christmas rather than being drenched in the hallmark-style, Christmas-y vibes you might expect. And honestly, that’s why I wrote it. Unsilent Knight was meant to be a holiday side treat—a way to promote Girl Code, which was released shortly before Christmas. I even included a sneak peek of the first few chapters from Girl Code in Unsilent Knight.
So, please know, this story wasn’t supposed to become “the moment.” But somehow, Cadence and Meki stole hearts. Readers fell in love with them, demanding more—and I delivered with A Love Deferred. But before ALD, there was Unsilent Knight and this pivotal chapter that turned what was supposed to be a side story into one readers couldn’t stop talking about.
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I’ve had some favorite characters over the years, but if you asked me which character I identified with the most, it would be Cadence. I injected a lot of myself into her character makeup. Working in IT (as I did in my twenties) and loving yoga (a practice I’ve been committed to for many years) are just a couple of our shared traits. Though we are different in many ways—especially her fear of love—Cadence mirrors me in her love for order, planning, and organizing. She’s a favorite of mine and of readers, too.
Let’s get to know Cadence Nice, now Cadence Knight, more intimately.
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DUANE
I stepped behind the register, passing Tasha, who was scrolling through her phone. Some bosses acted like hard-asses, making sure employees were working every second of their shift, but that wasn’t my style.
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The holiday season is officially here, and you know what that means—twinkling lights, cozy nights, and all the feels that come with this magical time of year. I don’t know about you, but I love a good soundtrack to set the tone for the season. Whether I’m wrapping gifts, sipping on mulled wine, or just staring out the window daydreaming about romance (yes, I do this often), the right music makes everything feel a little more magical.
That’s why I curated something special for you: the Romancing the Holidays Playlist!
I wasn’t supposed to write A Love Deferred. Well, not in the way it came to me. The characters’ story started as something light and as a Christmas-themed short I named, Unsilent Knight.
Unsilent Knight was supposed to be a simple story: two enemies giving in to their hidden desires on a snowed-in night after weeks of feuding as new neighbors. But Cadence Nice and Meki Knight had other plans. They refused to stay in those shallow waters, and their story demanded more.
Enter A Love Deferred—the follow-up my readers asked for.
Cadence is the woman we’ve all been at some point. She’s tired. Jaded. Over the fairytale. And then there’s Meki—unexpected, complicated, and exactly the kind of man who shakes up everything you think you know about yourself. Together, they stumble into something neither of them is ready for, yet can’t seem to walk away from.
This isn’t just a romance. It’s about what happens when your carefully constructed walls crumble. When you’re forced to look at the pieces of yourself you’ve been hiding from. It’s honest, raw, and real in a way I didn’t expect, but I love it even more for that.
And now, I get to share it with you—for just $0.99! A Love Deferred will celebrate its 6th anniversary on Saturday and to celebrate I’m hosting a sale. From December 6th to December 9th, you can grab A Love Deferred and dive into Cadence and Meki’s story. You’ll laugh, you might yell at the pages (I did while writing them), and hopefully, you’ll fall in love with these characters the way I did.
Here’s to love—the honest, inconvenient, totally worth-it kind ❤️🔥.
Synopsis:
In the heart of a cozy New York City studio, the hum of a freshly mixed track fills the air as Maven Young, award-winning songwriter, takes a break from her work to chat about life. The room is filled with the familiar scent of coffee and the soft glow of studio lights. Maven, now happily married to Kai Avery, sits back in a plush chair, her smile as radiant as the music she creates. From breaking up to rekindling their romance, Maven and Kai’s journey has been one for the books. As the couple settles into married life, we catch up with Maven on what’s been happening since she said “I do.”
“So, let’s get to it,” Maven said, her voice both warm and assertive, with a playful glint in her eye. “Ask away.”
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Ready or Not is the first book in a new series that spins off from a story that nearly took me out. Last Comes Love, the story Ready or Not branches from, was such a difficult but necessary story for me to write. It captured a friendship and showed how time can often be taken for granted. It was a story that made us all experience a loss we likely will always remember. So, when it came time to start Rylee’s journey without Lennox, I knew I had my work cut out for me. I was fully prepared for readers to refuse to believe Rylee could find love after Lennox. Much like time played a major role in Last Comes Love, it continues to be a central theme in Ready or Not—something that becomes evident the moment Rylee meets Xander.
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Kai Avery is the kind of character that embodies ambition, style, and the pursuit of greatness in every sense. He’s sharp, creative, and unrelenting when it comes to achieving his goals. As one of the most driven men in my book world, Kai’s journey is about more than just success—it’s about balance, vulnerability, and finding the courage to pursue what truly matters. His charisma and undeniable talent make him unforgettable, but it’s his growth that makes him truly stand out. Whether you’re rooting for him or frustrated with him, one thing is certain: Kai leaves an impression.
Let’s get to know Kai Avery more intimately.
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DIANA
I saw my friends huddled in a corner the moment I got in front of Bellyful’s picture windows.
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